IATF Quality Engineer - Norton Shores Area

Job Description

Job Description

IATF Quality Engineer | Norton Shores, MI

Salary Range: $81,000 - $116,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling in iatf quality engineer? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Norton Shores seeking IATF Quality Engineers to lead and enhance their operations.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Norton Shores that are adding IATF Quality Engineers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and improve the IATF 16949 Quality Management System and associated procedures.
• Lead internal audits (process, product, system) and support external certification and customer audits.
• Drive root cause analysis and implement effective corrective and preventive actions for internal and external non-conformances (e.g., 8D methodology).
• Develop, implement, and monitor quality control plans, FMEAs, and statistical process control (SPC) for manufacturing processes.
• Manage Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities and prepare Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives for quality and efficiency.
• Address customer quality concerns, ensure compliance with customer specific requirements, and facilitate timely resolution of issues.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field).
• Proven expertise in IATF 16949 standard implementation and compliance.
• Proficiency in core automotive quality tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience applying methodologies like 8D or 5 Whys.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience as a Quality Engineer in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Certified IATF 16949 Internal Auditor.

Bonus Qualifications

• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
• Proficiency with statistical analysis software (e.g., Minitab, JMP)
• Experience implementing Lean manufacturing principles and tools
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) certification

Job Titles That Should Apply

Quality Engineer, IATF Quality Engineer, Automotive Quality Engineer, Quality Assurance Engineer, Automotive QA Engineer, IATF 16949 Quality Engineer, Manufacturing Quality Engineer, Product Quality Engineer, Supplier Quality Engineer, APQP Engineer, PPAP Engineer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.